Eau des Jardins

my aunty used to work in clarins and she would kindly gift me and my mum some of their products for christmas/birthdays. 5 or so years ago, she gave me a bottle of this. since then, i have repurchased it 3 times. THREE times, and not because i run out of it so quickly, i just love it that much and never want to be without it. i never get sick of smelling it. it is one of the most delectable citrus perfumes i’ve yet to come across, and generally i’m not a huge fan of heavily citrusy perfumes. this one is just something else. it smells so real, SOoooo fresh and ripe. tangy and juicy. almost like you’re hovering your face above a mound of freshly zested lime, lemon and orange. it’s incredible really, how they’ve managed to create such zestiness, without it being at all overwhelming, cleaning product-esque or headache inducing. it’s such a clean scent and utterly uplifting. it is marketed as being aroma-therapeutic, and i fully believe that it is. for me, the mint plays a huge role in the effectiveness of this perfume. it’s always there, just peeking through all the citrus. it’s subtle but noticeable. i don’t really pick up on the bay leaf or cassis, but i’m sure they help to balance out the sharpness. as the previous reviewer pointed out, the matching body lotion is indeed divine. wearing the lotion and spray together packs even more of a punch. you cannot help but feel alive and rejuvenated. i love wearing both on really hot, sunny days. it is PERFECT for summer. anyway i’ll finish by saying that if you are a lover of citrus fragrances, you must buy a bottle of this. it’s affordable and addictive, which are two things that go perfectly hand in hand.

This is really nice! It's zingy, citrusy and herbal. Normally I don't like green notes but that's because I mostly encounter them in the "chypre floral" genre and I don't like overly floral scents. There may be rose listed in the notes, but the scent itself is devoid of any floral hints. It's all citrus and green notes, making it upbeat and energetic yet also zen and relaxing at the same time. This is a happy, comforting scent, and I can absolutely see how it has aromatherapy benefits. Sometimes when I'm feeling anxious I keep this at my desk and smell it periodically throughout the day. It calms me and makes me feel happier. I agree with the previous reviewer who said it's not for people who don't like the smell of essential oils, or those who like perfumey scents. I hate these stupid social media terms but this is a "clean girl" scent - something fresh, clean and invigorating, making you smell like you're just out of the shower. Reminds me of an invigorating shower gel. Better still, the lasting power is excellent. So many fresh scents evaporate within minutes but this lasts all day on me. I love it! Super underrated. It's definitely my favourite out of the whole line, with my other favourite being Eau Extraodinaire. Edit: No one has noted this but I'm pretty sure this scent has been reformulated and I have the new one. The text on my bottle is different. I also smelled a tester of this in a store and it smelled quite different, and the sales associate confirmed that there is a newer version (which I have). I also want to add this while this is labelled as "for women", I find it completely unisex. Most citruses are, in my opinion.

Where do I even start with this one? This one’s one of the OGs; been my constant for over a decade now. I’ve got so much to talk about this one you better brace yourself. This gorgeous smell entered my life nearly twelve years ago. It came to me in a tiny vial that a family friend (who frequently traveled abroad) had generously gifted to me, along with a few others from Clarins. The moment I smelled Eau des Jardins, I knew my life wouldn’t be the same until I owned a full bottle of this. I mentioned it to the then fiancé who was shuttling between Singapore and Vietnam, and then decided to save that tiny vial for the days when I needed instant happiness. Because that’s what this perfume is – it is sunshine in a bottle. Eau de Jardins calls itself a Treatment Fragrance that “Uplifts, Refreshes and Captivates”. For once, here’s a product that does exactly what it claims. It is a citrusy, aromatic, very green scent. It practically begs to be worn on the beach. I think the salt in the ocean breeze actually enhances its beauty. Wear this with a flowy floral dress, settle down on a hammock with a flirty beach read, and grab a tall glass of something sweet and boozy. And if you’re like me, able to only dream of days in the sun, simply spray Eau des Jardins, and let its beguiling scent carry you to a sun-kissed beach where you can feel the breeze in your hair and the salt on your lips.

I bought this as a blind buy because I really love citrus and rose scents and Clarins has a proven reputation with aromatherapy. I am so glad I bought this. I use it all of the time and I find it uplifting, balancing and comforting. It really does make me feel happy and less stressed. It is definitely a feminine scent and I would not consider this unisex like Clarins Eau Dynamisante. Eau de Jardins is a beautiful combination of citrus, rose and woods. The citrus is mainly juicy bergamot and ruby red grapefruit which is gently sweet, warm and natural. It is not sharp or cold as some citrus scent's can be. Roses produce many different variations on scent. The rose in this is more on the juicy floral side, not at all powdery or sharp. There is a hint of woods and musk to balance the fragrance. It is natural and captivating. I find the scent to last well for an aromatherapy scent. It lasts more like an eau de toilette than a cologne. This is very well crafted and of the highest quality. It is well worth the price. I find myself using this twice a day and I really love how it makes me feel. This is aromatherapy at it's very best.

Imagine a lovely garden, filled with beautiful flowers and all kinds of herbs and plants. It is very early in the morning on a beautiful summery day. Everything is still dewy and there is some humidity in the air. The sun has just woken up, and starts spreading her light and warmth. Everything is gently warming up, the dew on the flowers and plants is slowly evaporating. The air carries the soul of all the plants around: their scent. Get the picture? Well, that is Eau des Jardins! It smells like a lovely garden, early in the morning. It is fresh and clean, fruity without too much sweetness. It is refreshing and uplifting, it eases your mind and brings you in a happy mood. The opening is packed with citruses, fresh and energizing. The fragrance evolves to a more floral and even slightly woody scent, without losing the freshness. It is perfect for summerdays, and suitable for every occasion. The scent is gentle and soft, spraying a lot or more frequent makes the scent more present without being overpowering. The lastingpower is excellent on my skin.